Motor Grader Operator

Who We Are

Headquartered in Austin, TX with operations in Kermit and Monahans, TX, Atlas Energy Solutions is the leading provider of high-quality frac sand and innovative logistics solutions to Exploration & Production operators and oil field service providers in the Permian Basin. We are proud of what we do - we have state of the art manufacturing facilities, premium offerings, outstanding customer service, and exceptional work culture and a commitment to giving back to the community.

We're very excited about what we see in front of us, and we think you will be too - so come join our team and contribute to our growth!

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Motor Grader Operator will be responsible for the safe operation of various heavy mobile equipment, with main duties including the motor grader for our Dune Express. The operator will be essential in building roads and caliche pads all along the conveyor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pre-start checks Start-up, park-up, shutdown and communication procedures are carried out in accordance with manufacturers' and/or site requirements

• In case of emergency, understand and follow emergency procedures

• Constructs new road grades, requiring the ability to read and understand grade stakes, use sight perception and reasoning necessary to balance a grade

• Understands slope and has the ability to blade roads accordingly

• Responsible for safe operating practices, including operating controls, monitoring gauges and systems, conducting safety checks and use of two-way radio

• Equipment is operated within vehicle limitations as specified by the manufacturer and/or site requirements

• Ensure the machine is operated in a manner that maximizes tire life and equipment life.

• Records are maintained in accordance with site requirements

• Loading and hauling operations are carried out with all types of materials in all weather conditions by day and night; within safety requirements and accurate delivery of material to assigned dump location

• Work is completed in accordance with the agreed plan and outcomes and within the operating capacities of the equipment

• Zero equipment damage due to negligence or not following procedure.

• Report any safety or mechanical problems with the equipment in accordance with company procedures

• Perform other work required or as directed

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required

• Motor grader operations experience (minimum of 2 years)

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Ability to work M-F 12 hours per day

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear

• Required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, sit and climb or balance

• Must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than one hundred pounds

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

• Capable of working flexible hours when required

• Must be able to tolerate conditions associated with no air conditioning or heat

What You'll Love About Us:

• Best People and Great Places to Work, Hire Vets ,Top Place to Work For - Austin American Statesman

• Your Well-Being is a 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision

• Invest in Your 401K with company match, immediate vesting